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Kyndryl and WPP Expand Partnership Agreement

Kyndryl (KD) and WPP (WPP) announced an expanded agreement under which they will redefine the traditional customer-supplier relationship. The expanded partnership focuses on three areas: the transformation of WPP's business platforms and support model, an expanded marketing partnership naming WPP as Kyndryl's preferred global marketing partner, and joint go-to-market initiatives to drive customer growth through modernization and core business transformation.

WPP Global CEO Jon Cook Announces Departure

WPP announced that Jon Cook, Global CEO of VML and CEO of WPP Creative, has decided to leave WPP to pursue the next chapter of his career. Cook will remain in his leadership roles through March 2027 to ensure a seamless, collaborative transition. Cindy Rose, CEO of WPP, said: "Jon's contribution to VML, WPP and our entire industry has been extraordinary. He is an exceptional builder - of enduring client partnerships, world-class agencies and a culture built on generosity, optimism and genuine care for people. I am deeply grateful for everything he has done for WPP, and I appreciate his commitment to partner with us through March 2027 to ensure our teams, clients, and new leaders maintain their incredible momentum." Succeeding Cook, Eric Campbell, currently CEO of VML and WPP Creative in North America, will become Global CEO of VML in March 2027, while continuing as CEO of WPP Creative North America. Campbell has been with VML for more than 25 years and has held central leadership roles, including President of VML, Global President of VMLY&R, Global Chief Client Officer and CEO of VML North America. Campbell will partner immediately with Cook to begin transitioning global responsibilities. Further details regarding the ongoing leadership structure across WPP Creative will be shared soon. Cook has not announced his new plans at this time.

WPP CFO Joanne Wilson Steps Down to Join Diageo as CFO

WPP (WPP) announces that Joanne Wilson is stepping down from her role as Chief Financial Officer and will be taking up a new role as CFO of Diageo (DEO). Wilson will remain in her current role while her successor is appointed. She has a 12-month notice period and a date for her departure will be agreed in due course, the company said. Its board has commenced a formal search process to appoint a new CFO.